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A bunch of old business dudes hang out here. Good cappucino.
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Cafe Trieste
Cuisine: Coffee Shops
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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It's a standard deli. Walk in, pick out what you want off the line, chow down. It's cheap and fast. Good for a quick lunch when you're in a rush. There's a load of them downtown.
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Lee's Deli
Cuisine: Deli
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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This place is SO cute! The downside is that they seem to never be open, but their' desserts/pastries are not to be missed. I've had some good coffee there too.
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Cafe Madeleine
Cuisine: Bakeries Coffee Shops
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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For whatever reason, this is the first bar I went to in the city. It has a nice patio and a decent drink menu. They have DJ's there sometimes too. The service can be a bit slow.
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Cafe Mars
Cuisine: American (New) Californian
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Hip place, really mellow with an admirable slection of gentlemen's sipping liquors.
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Nihon
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Um, it's okay. The pro is that it is super fast. It is fairly bland though, definitely a to-go place. It's like the Quizno's of Mexican food.
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Chipotle Mexican Grill
Cuisine: Mexican
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Oh my, this place has fantastic cosmos. At night they have low lighting and the pretty people prance around. Pricey, but fun for a swanky night in SOMA.
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XYZ
Cuisine: Californian
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Hipster hang-out. Good appetizers they serve you at the bar - like brie, crostini and apples, etc.
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The Hotel Utah Saloon
Cuisine: Pub Food
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Not too exicted about this place. The beer is okay, but it has a kind of college pub feel to it, a little cheesy. The food is descent.
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Thirsty Bear Brewing Co.
Cuisine: Spanish Tapas
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Hands down, one of the top 3 sushi places in the city. The fish is fresh and the service is pretty good.
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Sushi Groove
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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I don't understand why people like this pizza so much - I have a friend who calls them to deliver her individual slices! (and they do, beause she's cute) I give it a rating a fair for taste, and good for variety of toppings and creativity.
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Extreme Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Get a baguette with sundried tomatoes and pecorino, mmmmmmmmmm.
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A. G. Ferrari Foods
Cuisine: Italian Deli
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Fun family-style dining. Good stuff, but not Adkin's friendly! Their pasta is pretty good and the house red is good.
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Buca di Beppo
Cuisine: Italian
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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There are a few of these around the city. Good stuff. Liked their eggplant and noodle dishes.
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Osha
Cuisine: Thai
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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One of my top 5 restaurants in the city, no doubt. They have French basque cuisine that is truly worth leaving the house for. My friend had their pork and I had fish (can't remember what kind, opps!). Very good, and like their wine list too. Good appetizers.
The waiter did pull a "that is not champagne, it is only sparlking wine" when we asked for champagne recommendations from a list of California concoctions (duh, thanks!). But aside from that, good experience.
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Fringale Restaurant
Cuisine: French Basque
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Greasy spoon, with extra grease, and chopsticks instead of a spoon. Had some good pho and sauteed vegetables here. In a very creepy neighborhood, but worth it. Has some interesting ooking ommade desserts in the fridge- didn't try one though because I pigged out on the aforementioned grub.
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Tu Lan
Cuisine: Vietnamese
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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I was not impressed by this place. Had a bunch of sake that was ok though. Very much feels like an Asian nightclub.
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AsiaSF
Cuisine: Californian Asian
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SoMa |
10/13/2007
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Stuffy, uppity (as the name would imply), overpriced. No thanks.
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Elite Cafe
Cuisine: Creole Cajun
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Upper Fillmore |
10/13/2007
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I've been here twice- once with my bf and parents, once with a group of girlfriends. The food is really good, light and fresh fare. I had the eggs florentine and it was light and good - a couple leaves of spinach, with egg and a small pool of sauce not a big goopy mess like some other places. They were very accomodating for my group group when I made reservation for 1, and weren't mad when 2 didn't show up and we had to rearrange things. Cute patio. Oh, wait, went on a date here once, also a great experince.
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Chouquet's Restaurant
Cuisine: French (Bistro) Californian
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Upper Fillmore |
10/13/2007
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Average diner food at best. Cheap eats though. I don't particularly care for their burgers or fries. It's clean though and the crowd is not too nasty for a mediocre diner.
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Johnny Rockets
Cuisine: Hamburgers Coffee Shops/Diners
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Upper Fillmore |
10/13/2007
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Local bar pick up joint. Drinks are pretty good but a little pricey. I like their fruity martinis (the one with lychee is tasty).
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Harry's Bar
Cuisine: Eclectic Tapas Hamburgers
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Upper Fillmore |
10/13/2007
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I have spent many an afternoon people watching through their windows on the street-facing stools. I can't speak for much except that their extreme blended in mocha is divine - they grind up chocolate-covered espresso beans and toss it in a chocolately frappucino drink. yum
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The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf
Cuisine: Coffee Shop Dessert
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Upper Fillmore |
10/13/2007
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I love, love LOVE this place! The perfect place for weekend brunch. They have bottomless mimosas for $6 and bring you homemade biscuits while you wait for your order. Food is down-home favorites with a light, California cuisine portion. Has an interesting mix of hipsters and yuppies (me) that go there.
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Lime
Cuisine: Californian American (Traditional)
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Upper Market/Church Street |
10/13/2007
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I love, love LOVE this place! The perfect place for weekend brinch. They have bottomless mimosas for $6 and bring you homemade biscuits while you wait for your order. Food is down-home favorites with a light, California cuisine portion. Has an interesting mix of hipsters and yuppies (me) that go there.
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Lime
Cuisine: Californian American (Traditional)
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Upper Market/Church Street |
10/13/2007
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Celebrated my 25th b-day here. Very fun and classy upstairs and slightly sketchy dancing downstairs = perfect birthday spot! They have loads of champagne that you must try!!!
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The Bubble Lounge Champagne Bar
Cuisine: Small Plates Dessert
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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Went here last week with a friend and loved it! They cart around tons of different delights and present them to you at your table. I loved the shrimp in egg noodles and everything else for that matter. Not too expensive either.
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City View Restaurant
Cuisine: Dim Sum Asian Chinese
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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Fun bar party scene at night. They have dancing and mix good c***tails. I've had their appetizers in the restaurant too, yummers.
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Le Colonial
Cuisine: French (New) Vietnamese
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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Ok, I go to this place all the time because they have a great salad bar. I think it's like $7.75 a pound and they have sushi, grilled salmon, caprese salad and all the other goodies I like to eat. I've never had to wait very long, even during the lunch rush. The checkout staff is always super friendly too.
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Julie's Kitchen
Cuisine: American Bistro
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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I've been to this place for many a birthday party. Food is okay - I like the salad with grilled chicken. However, the wait staff can be totally rude. Fun on St. Patty's Day.
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Irish Bank, The
Cuisine: pub food Irish
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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I work pretty close to this place and must admit - I grab a slice of pepperoni there at least once a week. Bad girl! Can't help it, it is that kind of big, greasy slice of pizza that reminds me of college bar hopping.
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Blondie's Pizza
Cuisine: pizza
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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Touristy? yes. Busy? I've waited over 2 hours before! Worth it? maybe. I have friends who love this place. I think it's pretty good and the sweet corn tamale appetizers are tasty, not to mention just about everything
I've tied on the menu. The major plus is variety - they have all sorts of different kinds of food and a stocked bar. Wouldn't take a date there though - too cheesy!
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Cheesecake Factory, The
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Dessert
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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It's your classic cafeteria line style place. Went there with my folks and a friend a couple weeks ago and had some pretty decent rice pudding. It will of course attract the tourists, but the food isn't bad if you're into the roastbeef sandwich kinda scene.
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Lefty O'Douls
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Hofbrau
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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Totally swanky. Went here on a date with a successful hunky guy - that's where they take their dates. He ordered a whole fish and dove right into it - bones and all. I had some salmon that was good. It's a very nice place and makes you feel classy.
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Tadich Grill
Cuisine: Seafood American (Traditional)
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Downtown |
10/10/2007
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For a place known as a SF tradition, my friend and I were really let down by the food. Service lousy too - got our order wrong. I wouldn't go there for the price, though the seating is good for people watching.
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Perry's
Cuisine: American (Traditional) Comfort Food
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Cow Hollow |
10/6/2007
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Teeny tiny venue but adorable and the prix fixe is not to be missed. Owner makes good wine recommendations.
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Baker Street Bistro
Cuisine: French (Bistro)
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Cow Hollow |
10/5/2007
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I love coming here with a group of friends and sharing dishes. Spicy green beans are my fav.
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Betelnut Pejiu Wu
Cuisine: Pan-Asian
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Cow Hollow |
10/5/2007
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Decent pizza and good if you're on the go and want to pick something up. Have interesting combos.
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Escape From NY Pizza
Cuisine: Pizza
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Castro |
10/5/2007
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I went here for a fundraiser. The owners have a lot of heart and make you feel welcome. amazingly prepared and delicious. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a real middle eastern feast!
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Ararat
Cuisine: Mediterranean Lebanese
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Castro |
10/5/2007
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I love La Med. The vegetarian combo plate and house red is my idea of the perfect everyday meal.
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La Mediterranee
Cuisine: Mediterranean Middle Eastern
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Castro |
10/5/2007
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Chain restaurant but good, cheap food. The squash ravioli are good.
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Pasta Pomodoro
Cuisine: Italian
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Castro |
10/5/2007
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Fun comfort food. I had mac & cheese & it was divine. Good mixed drinks too.
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Home
Cuisine: American (Traditional)
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Castro |
10/5/2007
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Sushi Hana
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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Sushi King is an offense to the delicious culinary potential that sushi has. I think it's like the third different attempt they've made at putting a sushi place there.
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Sushi King
Cuisine: Japanese Sushi
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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I've had some seriously bad appetizers there, note: do NOT eat the flautas! The nachos and margaritas are doable in a fix.
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Chevy's Fresh Mex
Cuisine: Tex Mex
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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Has Denny's food, all the way. 50's theme is cute. Major plus is that it's right by the AMC and open till all hours. love the milkshakes.
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Mel's Drive-In
Cuisine: Coffee Diners
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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Pretty ghetto. It's your classic neighborhood donut stop. Good coffee.
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All Star Cafe
Cuisine: Coffee Shops/Diners
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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Yummy. Fast and good, basic Indian food. Comfortable place to sit down and relax.
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Naan & Curry
Cuisine: Indian Pakistani
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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Good appetizers and a bargain. I really like the chicken skewers. However, the neighborhood is AWFUL - pack your mace!
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Lalita's Distinctive Thai
Cuisine: Thai
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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As much as I want to hate it because I think of it as the Olive Garden of pizza, I must admit, it's pretty decent. Interestingly enough, I would have to say that the piza is my least favorite thing on the menu - the crust is bland and dry. Good salads.
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California Pizza Kitchen
Cuisine: Californian Pizza
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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Big wooden tables and hearty chow make for a Euro-style feast!
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Suppenkuche
Cuisine: German
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Hayes Valley |
10/5/2007
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Fun atmosphere - wait staff is singers and perform while you're there. Food is overpriced considering how substnadard it is. Ok for the post/pre show fare.
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Max's Opera Cafe
Cuisine: Deli Dessert
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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I've been there a few times and it is ok. It's fairly empty most of the time. The garlic fries are delish and they have a decent selection of booze. Mostly an attorney hang out.
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Soluna Cafe and Lounge
Cuisine: Californian
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Civic Center |
10/5/2007
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